Diversity Committee - The 77 | Chicago Association of REALTORS®

Member Impact. Community Influence.

“The D77” is a committee comprised of diverse real estate leaders, with a designated REALTOR representative assigned to each of our 77 communities. Named after the 77 neighborhoods of Chicago, this body brings local voices and perspectives to the Association’s initiatives.

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Meet the Diversity Committee

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Share Your Community Story

Small Business Grants

Sponsor D77 Initiatives & Events

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Leadership Accelerator

Mentorship Program

Our goal is to positively impact and advance the real estate industry and our communities through:

Fair Housing

Community Outreach

Diversity Advocacy

Diversity Resources

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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Celebrating 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month “The idea for Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated throughout the latter half of September and the first half of October, began as a way to promote the history, culture, and contributions […]

Upcoming Events

Chicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Wednesday, March 18 | 8:00 am

March D77 Community Meetup

Thursday, March 19 | 12:00 pm

YPN Breakfast: Your Money ABC’s: Accounting, Budgeting & Consistency

Wednesday, March 25 | 9:00 am

The 2025 Sales Awards

Thursday, April 2 | 6:30 pm

Coffee With Your GAD

Tuesday, April 7 | 9:00 am

D77 Community Meetups

Thursday, April 9 | 1:30 pm

2026 Capitol Conference and REALTOR® Lobby Day

Tuesday, April 14 | 6:00 am

Chicago Fair Housing in Action: Compliance, Vouchers & Expanding Access to Homeownership

Thursday, April 16 | 10:00 am

Chicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Tuesday, April 21 | 8:00 am

YPN Breakfast: People First: Building a Database That Supports Long-Term Growth

Wednesday, April 29 | 9:00 am

Chicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Thursday, May 21 | 8:00 am

CAR Office Closed – Memorial Day

Monday, May 25 | 8:00 am

YPN Breakfast: May

Wednesday, May 27 | 9:00 am

Coffee With Your GAD

Tuesday, June 2 | 9:00 am

CAR Office Closed – Juneteenth

Friday, June 19 | 8:00 am

YPN Breakfast: June

Wednesday, June 24 | 9:00 am

Chicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Thursday, June 25 | 8:00 am

CAR Office Closed – 4th of July

Friday, July 3 | 8:00 am

Coffee With Your GAD

Tuesday, July 7 | 9:00 am

Chicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Tuesday, July 14 | 8:00 am

SAVE THE DATE – 119th Annual Golf classic

Thursday, July 23 | 8:00 am

YPN Breakfast: July

Wednesday, July 29 | 9:00 am

YPN Breakfast: August

Wednesday, August 26 | 9:00 am

Coffee With Your GAD

Tuesday, September 1 | 9:00 am

143rd Inaugural Gala

Thursday, September 24

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Celebrating Women’s History Month

By Staff | March 2, 2026

March is Women’s History Month. This month, we’re recognizing the women whose leadership and impact continue to shape our industry and our organization. Read on to see how we’re celebrating […]

Native American Heritage Month: Learn, Celebrate & Advocate

By Staff | November 7, 2025

November is Native American Heritage Month. We are proud to celebrate and recognize the diverse culture, traditions, achievements and contributions, as well as raise awareness about the historic and current […]

Celebrating 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month

By Staff | September 25, 2025

“The idea for Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated throughout the latter half of September and the first half of October, began as a way to promote the history, culture, and contributions […]

Honoring Disability Pride: Creating Inclusive Paths to Homeownership

By Staff | July 1, 2025

WHAT IS DISABILITY PRIDE MONTH? July is Disability Pride Month, and this year, it’s celebrating its 35th anniversary! Disability Pride Month began following the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) […]

Actionable Ways You Can Lead with Diversity: A 360° Summit Panel Recap

By Staff | June 18, 2025

How do these top-performing REALTORS® lead and run successful, thriving teams and offices? During our most recent 360° Summit, three powerhouses—Farrah Wilder with REAL Diversity, Erica Esquivel with The Resurrection […]

Practical, Trust-Building tactics For Growth: A 360° Summit Recap

By Staff | June 18, 2025

The words “diversity, equity and inclusion” are more than just buzzwords—they’re essential components of a thriving business. At our most recent 360° Summit, marketing expert Kelly McDonald, McDonald Marketing, shared […]

3 Ways to Elevate Your Real Estate Practice Through Inclusion: A 360° Summit Recap

By Staff | June 18, 2025

As REALTORS®, we’re always seeking ways to enhance our services and expand our reach. At this year’s 360° Summit, Ryan Davis of Davis & Associates delivered a thought-provoking presentation on […]

Celebrating 2025 Pride Month

By Staff | June 2, 2025

June is the official month to commemorate and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community throughout our city, state and country! As an association, we continue to celebrate the strength and diversity of […]